The Elms Hotel's relaxing spa

This family-friendly spa allows you to enjoy the pool and outdoor area and retreat for pampering massage while your children are cared for in the Ofsted-registered crèche. Day spa programmes are also available for non-residents, giving full access to the spa and leisure facilities, as well as lunch in the new Pear Terrace Brasserie. 

The hotel offers a Parents’ Revival Package which includes an hour’s treatment for two in the spa, two nights’ accommodation, lunch, evening babysitting and daytime crèche and costs from £335 per person (under-16s go free, except for meals).

Tel: 01299 896666; www.theelmshotel.co.uk